Exercises for strengthening back muscles?

Question

I suffer back pain at the base of my spine, usually if I'm on my feet for too long (due to work, most of the time!) and have been advised by GP to do exercises to strengthen my back muscles. Am not sure that this will help as am quite fit and exercise regularly anyway but will try don't know what exercises to do, can anyone help?

Answer 1

Rowing is good for your back but if you use a rowing machine at your local gym make sure you get decent advice on how to use it - some styles can make your back worse not better. If in doubt ask the instructor, and warm up first as well.

Also, general stretching a few mins twice a day will do it the power of good.

Finally gentle weights would be good for it.

Answer 2

Yoga is a great way to strengthen your back... slow easy exercies are a good way to begin. There are a lot of videos out there for beginners.
I had back problems and they also said to do core exercises. Strengthening your stomach will put less stress on your back.
Using a core ball is good.
Also do lunges (but lean your back against the wall when you do it) this puts less work on your back.

Answer 3

I have had back pain in the past, I recommend the McKenzie method, it worked for me. I have no affiliation with the brand/method. I used the book ISBN 0-452-28277-2.
It is a method which is well known in the medical field as my phisiotherapist suggested it. Good luck, back pain is the worst.

Answer 4

swiming is good for your back and also there are those exercise balls you can buy. they are designed to support the back properly.
call the local gym for more info as they usually sell them and can offer advise on how to use. good luck

Answer 5

swimming or rowing would both be good for your back.

Answer 6

shuup

Answer 7

shaging is good for the back, i can help if you wish